Registered Manager

Job Title: Registered Manager Location: London, NW1 Salary: 50,000 base salary with the potential to earn up to 56,600 through bonuses Job Type: Full Time, Permanent (40 hours per week flexible rota management required) Priority Recruitment are excited to present a rare opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager to lead the re-opening of an existing childrens residential home in the NW1 area of London. This role is ideal for a confident Registered Manager or a strong senior leader with 23 years management experience, who is motivated by the challenge of stabilising, shaping, and developing a home from re-opening through to a positive Ofsted outcome. Salary & Benefits: Base salary 50,000, OTE up to 56,600 32 days annual leave including bank holidays Increases by 1 additional day per year for the first 3 years Ofsted bonus: 3,000 for Outstanding 1,500 for Good Occupancy bonus: 300 per month (once fully occupied) Company car or travel allowance of 3,000 per annum Government workplace pension (available after probation) On-call responsibilities included within salary and rarely required Company and Home Details: Ofsted Rating: N/A (Re-opening) Home Size: 3-bed childrens residential home Client Group: EBD (Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties) Main Purpose of the Role: The Registered Manager will be responsible for the safe re-opening, leadership, and day-to-day management of the childrens home, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met and the home is fully prepared for inspection. Key responsibilities include: Leading the re-opening process and establishing robust care, safeguarding, and operational standards Ensuring the home operates fully in line with Childrens Homes Regulations and Ofsted requirements Delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care focused on positive outcomes for young people Recruiting, supervising, mentoring, and developing a stable staff team Organising staff rotas and ensuring appropriate staffing levels at all times Working closely with external agencies, professionals, and stakeholders Preparing the home for Ofsted inspection and achieving a positive first outcome The Registered Manager is contracted for 40 hours per week and is responsible for arranging their own rota, which may include occasional evening, weekend, or night-time duties to meet the needs of the home. Successful Applicant: Minimum 23 years experience in a senior leadership role within childrens residential care Experience supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People (minimum) Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills Sound knowledge of: Children Act 1989 Care Standards Act 2000 Childrens Homes Regulations Safeguarding procedures No disciplinary history or failed Fit Person declarations Able to gain approval from the appropriate statutory body Additional Information: Six-month probationary period Three months notice required on either side (excluding disciplinary matters) Role subject to an enhanced DBS check Equal opportunities employer with a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people This is an excellent opportunity for a driven and capable leader to make a lasting impact by shaping and re-establishing a childrens home from the ground up. Apply now by submitting your CV and expression of interest for further details. Some of our roles may require drivers and/or male or female workers only. Where this is indicated, this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-01-15